Moving to Macau from Taiwan
What to Expect
Considering a move from Taiwan to Macau? Here's how the two compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.
If you moved from Taiwan to Macau. You’ll also switch from driving on the right to the left.
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Key Indicator Comparison
The numbers behind daily life in Macau compared to Taiwan.
Will I have good infrastructure?
share of households with internet
Taiwan performs better than Macau across all infrastructure metrics.
What are the job prospects?
percentage of the labour force without work
a broad measure of economic output per person
the highest marginal rate on personal income
Macau performs significantly better than Taiwan across all employment & economy metrics.
Is it good for families?
average years of life at birth
deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better
percentage of adults who can read and write
Taiwan generally does better on family life, though Macau leads in life expectancy.
Data: Taxation Administration, Ministry of Finance, R.O.C., The World Factbook
Visitor Visa Requirements
Short-stay tourist visa rules between Taiwan and Macau. To live, work, or study long-term in Macau, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Macau's immigration authority.
Taiwan passport holder visiting Macau
Visa Free
Macau passport holder visiting Taiwan
Electronic Travel AuthorisationData: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work remotely from Macau?
From major Macau cities the network usually holds up. Visa rules, your employer's stance on overseas employees, and tax residency in Taiwan and Macau are what actually decide it long-term.
What language do they speak in Macau?
The official languages in Macau are Chinese and Portuguese. In Taiwan, the official language is Chinese.
